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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1935
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR text mentions library news, pupil activities, and vocational notices with unclear names and dates. The readable items point to a school or community library page featuring students and local programs, but specifics are obscured. The item reads like a period piece from a small town publication with muted details.
A terse report notes eight items of relief or progress in a monthly briefing. The text records scattered names and obscure terms, with actions described in brief phrases. It mentions local institutions and figures, hinting at evolving plans and pace of work within a community project.
A fragmentary note hints at renewed emphasis on controversial “Dirt Town” themes with possible mention of a blonde figure and interracial implications. The text remains unclear but signals renewed attention and debate within local circles.
The diary style text sketches rumors of gatherings and conversations among students. Names like Ruthie Troms, Rudy, Margaret, Corinne, Jane, Madeleine, Reed, and Frances B appear in tense fragments. A Sunday visit to Houston by Leona Walker is glimpsed amid scattered chatter and whispers about romance and truth conferences.
Fragmentary notes mention George Clays and Mrs L O Card at a Saturday event. References to Russell Salladay and P Sallade Wing Gable suggest local residents socializing or attending gatherings in Chesterville. The text is garbled but indicates a community notes column with names and hints of a sunny weekend.
The community mourns Chas Howe who died Friday morning after months of illness. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran Church with Rev. W. A. Flachimier officiating and burial at Bachelor Hill. He was 73, survived by his wife Mrs Mary Howe and nephew Chas Howland of New Ulm. A visitation list notes many visitors from Bernardo and nearby, and other local families.
Urkisidian science services announce Sunday February 17 as the Lesson Sermon focus with the Golden Text urging seeking the Lord. Citations include Matthew 7 21 23 and passages from Science and Health by Mary Baker Eddy noting Soul has infinite resources for blessing mankind and happiness. The notice ends with a brief service prompt from Joe Luna's for prompt service.
Local notices list attendees at the funeral of Mr. Richard Wendel in Shiner and multiple visits among families from Houston, Columbus, and nearby towns. The gatherings include Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller, Mr. and Mrs. J. Neuendacht, Mrs. Anton Nelson, and many others visiting relatives such as Mrs. Dizze Meyer, Mr. and Mrs. Hulia Kotzebue, and the Braden family. Several trips are recorded to El Campo and Alleyton areas, with extended family visitors across weekends.
Reported here is the troubling condition of John T. Risten, father of Benemes, as friends and physicians discuss possible treatments. He remains at home under careful care and is receiving medical attention for his ailment, with relatives praying for his recovery.
Local colored man died early Wednesday at age unknown. He leaves a son John Jr and a daughter Kizzie Mat Gites, two sisters Ella Williams and Anna Rigge, and a brother Joe Gites. Radio tubes available from Ulery's Authorized Radio Dealer.
Smooth working Eagles defeat Weimar Wildcats 35 to 1 in county tournament action. Coffey's team outscored Weimar at pace and produced tight defense led by Reed and Roberts. Leon Kallina led scorers with 15 followed by Wesley Bates 12 as Eagles seize league title hunt.
A fire of unknown origin completely destroyed the kitchen and dining room of RB E Beane's home in the north part of town early Saturday. The attic was fully ablaze when discovered by Beane who alerted the fire department. The house and furnishings were water damaged and insured. The Beane family now resides in a nearby cottage pending repairs. Mrs Adolph Vacek and infant are in LaGrange for medical reasons and visiting relatives for several days.
The Texas House adopted resolutions on the death of Hon Geo Herder a former member and valued Eagle Lake citizen. Old timers recall him as one of four House members stricken with spinal meningitis during the Thirty Third Legislature. Relatives and friends gathered in Eagle Lake for services and condolences as the community remembers his contributions.
Mrs Fentic hosting Wednesday bridge session with two tables and high score. Mrs Wink Mae Reading presented a cosmetic box. Tea included tomato aspic cream cheese potato chips olives cheese sandwiches and coffee for members including Mr and Mrs John Ghaproun H D Me Tatosh Harald Thon George Crim H A and Fo MM Dragoate Wilik Anne Reading and Mr Tacobsen. Mrs Jacobinn welcomed the new member replacing Miss Elizabeth Westioveland.
Twehty the suspibers of the lio cal Eastern Star order attended the School of Instruction at Columbus on Tuesday afternoon. The Worthy Grand Matron Mrs Matte Mitchell of San Antonio and five other Grand officers were among 121 attendees from the fourth district. The local order received terrictidates and two A perbifi lepons. Those attending from Bapgle Lake included several named members and guests, with a lively, humorous misprint-laden report of proceedings and remarks about a Saturday game plan.
A garbled and partial notice reports school lunch service issues affecting Segoe and Mexe schools. It mentions absence of a staff member, a shift in lunch preparation, and possible delays or changes in serving times for students at Mexican and Black schools, amid emergency provisions and district concerns.
Three scouts joined an overnight outing along the Colorado river at Wood Whight place. Reports say steady rain began Friday night and continued into Saturday afternoon. Attendees from Bogie Like included Brink, Davidson, Jack Hall, James Ray Thomas, Stuntmaster BB. Davis, Henry Dostal, Clyde Morgan.
The Methodist W D L Ss met Wednesday with Women’s Bussensley Society at the church. Mrs W B Whevier spoke on behalf of education directing with Miss teaching on “God's Frontiers.” Mrs W B Wheeler delivered a thoughtful prayer. Guests included Mesdenws W B Wheeler and others. a silver tea was planned for Tuesday at four.
Mrs. B D Fyssety returned home Tuesday after a pleasant visit with friends in Jacksonvalle. Leslie Gaze spent one week visiting Hore and Roe Barr and Misses remained in the area as social notes indicate.
Fragmented report describes communion services led by Rev Pov Winter of Swi Antonie with Silas Wy Swist. mentions Mroant Ms Sh Crow and Rennett town gathering. Rayasway MS and Mrs C W Cateey meeting at her Rowe. Lincoln penny offer for Hed Bird Mission in Kentucky. W M S extends cordial invitation to all, including Mrs L S Smith and family visiting from Fort Arthur. references to Christmas preparations and local social calls at the Cooper home.
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